Fall Fashion Trends, 1955, pt 2

Let's hop back in our DeLorean and wrap up the 1955 Fall fashion trends from the New York Times Magazine. Check out Part 1 here.

Slinky Gowns

Oh, I wish I had somewhere to wear that 1955 dress in silk or wool crepe. Mmm...delicious. But, sadly, my life plays host to shockingly few gown-wearing opportunities. C'est la vie. This custom maxi dress on Etsy, however, would get worn to death. Just do me a favor — if you're a redhead like the model, think twice about that purple. (It's available in a couple dozen colors.)

Fur Hats

Squee! Totally fab. This pillbox hat wants to be yours. Wear it with MAC's Retro lipstick. I will envy your fabulousness.

Sparkle and Gleam

I am a magpie. As such, to keep myself in check, I am constantly reminding myself that less is ususally more. So, rather than an all-out sequin bomb this fall, keep your sparkle understated with a pair of gorgeous rhinestone earrings made with vintage crystals. (Or, you could indulge your inner magpie with the Hard Rock Candy shift....)

Casual Furs

I have a love-hate relationship with faux fur. It's divine when done well, but that so rarely happens. This stylish blue fur jacket is trim and fitted enough to avoid that "I skinned a muppet for this" look. And that, to me, is the number one priority in wearing faux fur.

Easy Waisted Dress